National Cider Month 2026 - Week 5
October 29 through November 1
October is National Cider Month, and we have a full line-up of events, contests, activities, and giveaways to celebrate everything cider! Make sure you follow us on Instagram at @yankeeciderco so that you don’t miss out on any opportunities to win lots of limited edition prizes, including special trading cards, throughout the month of October. We have a ton of cool stuff planned, so keep scrolling to see it all.
Not-So-Obvious - October 29
Are you ready to play Not So Obvious? This half-trivia, half-Connections style game is a great way to tease your brain while having some fun!
Your team competes head to head against other teams are you race to be the first team to figure out what a list of words shares in common - but it's not so obvious! A list of foods hides another shared trait that you have to figure out, for example. Eight rounds are played every week along with a special bonus music round as you compete for great prizes, discounts, merchandise, event tickets, and more.
Every Thursday Night through December at 6:30 PM. Hints and previews posted on our socials every week! Free event - no ticket or registration needed
October 29th- 1:00 pm
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Haunts w/ Joe Franke - October 30
Step into the mysterious world of the unknown with renowned paranormal expert Joe Franke as he takes you on a storied journey through the supernatural realm. Drawing from over four decades of experience, Joe will transport you back to his early days as a student of the legendary psychic researchers Ed and Lorraine Warren, sharing spine-tingling stories and firsthand encounters with ghosts, demons, poltergeists, and exorcisms. Delve into haunted places and recent spikes in paranormal phenomena as Joe unveils the haunting details of a terrifying ongoing case in Connecticut and its adverse effects on all involved. Brace yourself for an experience leaving you on the edge of your seat, questioning the delicate boundary between the living and the dead.
This event is open to the public but is recommended for ages 18 and up. It is not appropriate for young children. There are no tickets for this event; it is a free event. In the event of rain, the event will be held indoors.
October 30th - 6:00 pm
Halloween Night - October 31
Check back soon for more details about what we have planned for Halloween on Saturday, October 31st!
Orchard Wassail - November 1
Celebrate the end of the harvest season and help us bless the apples for a restful winter and a bountiful new year at our November Orchard Wassail. This light-hearted ceremony is meant to promote the health of the trees and to ensure a bountiful harvest in the coming season. The day is packed with fun, apple-themed events throughout the afternoon and culminates in our Orchard Wassail at 4:00 pm.
Warm, layered, and colorful attire is recommended. This is a whimsical and fun event - Not to be taken too seriously! But even still, this event is not suitable for those under 18.
November 1st - Starting at 3:30 pm | Rain date November 8th
Social Media Contests - All Month
It's a social media takeover! The Yankee Cider Co staff has taken control of the social media accounts and they are throwing down all kinds of challenges and contests throughout the month.
Make sure you follow Yankee Cider on Instagram (@yankeeciderco) as well as on Facebook, so you don't miss the chance to score some free goodies and merchandise.
Social media posts and contests may also partner with our Collectible Trading Cards offer - Keep reading to learn more about how that contest works as well as the prizes available!
Collectible Trading Cards - All Month
Throughout National Cider Month, each our our bartenders has a unique trading card available for you to collect while they're working! Collect all 9 and win a very special prize, in addition to being entered in our Grand Prize Raffle.
Each card features fun and quirky facts about the staff that helps make your cider experience at our Cider Barn complete! And our bartenders will also be posting frequently on our Yankee Cider Co social media channels throughout the month too. So if you're strategic you'll be able to fully complete your collection by making sure you like and follow us on social media!
Collect 3 cards or more and win a special Cider Month 2025 pin, sticker, and USA 250th Anniversary Cup
Collect 6 cards or more and win the above prizes, plus a Yankee Cider Co Hat and a Yankee Cider embroidered Henley
Collect 8 or more cards and win the above prizes, plus a Yankee Cider Co Tap Handle along with a plush Yankee Cider blanket - And an entry into the Grand Prize Raffle
Grand Prize:
The grand prize winner will be drawn from all individuals who collect 8 or more cards and includes an Insulated Growler Tote, A Unique Drinktanks Steel Growler, Kegulator Accessory Kit, and a "Applejack O'Lantern" glow-in-the-dark hoodie.
Cards must be presented for prizes no later than 10/31/2026
Yankee Cider reserves the right to modify these offers at any time. One prize pack per person, per set of cards. No purchase necessary to receive a trading card. Your card set must be presented in-person during normal business hours twenty-four (24) hours before the Grand Prize Pack Drawing. The Grand Prize Pack drawing will be held at 3 PM on November 1st, 2026 - Winner need not be present. No purchase necessary to collect a card, but cards are limited to one per customer, per visit.